Sub-Zero 200 INSTALL GUIDE

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

Before you begin your installation of a Sub-Zero 200 Series
unit, there are a few things you should take special care to
observe. By reading these introductory instructions careful­ly, you will make the installation procedure easier, problem­free and, most important, safe.

First, as you follow these installation instructions, take par­ticular note of the WARNING! and CAUTION! symbols
when they appear. This information is important for the safe
and efficient installation of this Sub-Zero.

alerts you to a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if precautions are not followed.

signals a hazard where minor injury or product damage
may occur if you do not follow instructions.

Also, The printed instructions may signal an IMPORTANT
NOTE, which highlights information that is especially
important for a problem-free installation.

Second, make sure that the actual equipment that was
shipped to you matches the design you are expecting to
install. Sub-Zero 200 Series offers models 249R, 249RP,
249FF and 245.

Each of these design options has specific installation
requirements, which means it is vital that the unit match
your planning and space needs. Before you begin,check the
exact model number you need against the model numbers
on the shipping carton.

If the unit you receive does not match your requirements,
contact your Sub-Zero dealer.

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PRE-INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS

PREPARING THE SPACE

Step 1: First, make sure that the opening where the

Sub-Zero is to be installed is properly prepared. Refer to the
Pre-Installation Specifications illustrations and chart to be
sure the space dimensions, electrical service and plumbing
are correct for the model you are about to install.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To operate properly, the door must
open a minimum of 90°. Use a minimum 2" (51 mm) filler
in corner installations to assure a 90° door opening. Allow
enough clearance in front of the unit for full door swing.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure the floor under the refrig­erator is level with the surrounding finished floor. Protect a
finished floor with plywood, cardboard or some other suit­able material before moving the refrigerator across it.

MODELS 249R, 249R, 249FF AND 245

ROUGH-IN REQUIREMENTS

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PRE-INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS

Finished Rough Finished Rough
Opening Width (A) Opening Height (B)

Model 249R 24"(610) 34 1/2"(876)

Model 249RP 24"(610) 34 1/2"(876)

Model 249FF 24"(610) 34 1/2"(876)

Model 245 24"(610) 34 1/2"(876)

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.

Refer to illustration on page 4.

Recommended Electrical Recommended Electrical

Width Location (C) Opening Height (D)

Model 249R 12"(305) 14"(356)

Model 249RP 12"(305) 14"(356)

Model 249FF 5"(127) 14"(356)

Model 245 5 1/2"(140) 4 1/2"(114)

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.

Refer to illustration on page 4.

Door Panel
Dimensions

(Width x Height)

Model 249R 23 5/8" x 30"(600 x 762)

Model 249RP 23 5/8" x 30"(600 x 762)

Model 249FF 23 5/8" x 30"(600 x 762)

Model 245 23 1/2" x 28 1/8”"(597 x 714)

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.

Refer to illustration on page 4.

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PREPARING ELECTRICAL

WARNING

CONNECTIONS

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Step 3: To prepare the electrical system, rough in the elec-

trical outlet following the Pre-Installation Specifications.
You will need a 115 volt, 60 Hertz electrical supply. Dedicate
a separate 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker to the Sub-Zero
unit, and follow any local codes that apply.

The Sub-Zero unit comes with a power supply cord with a
three-prong grounding plug. The refrigerator must be
plugged into a mating three-prong wall receptacle ground­ed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local
codes.

Do not use an extension cord, or two prong adapter.
Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

Do not under any circumstances remove the power sup­ply cord ground prong.

If the local water supply has high levels of sediment, con­sider adding an in-line filter.

Good water is important for good ice quality. It is not rec­ommended that the ice maker be connected to a softened
water supply. Water softener chemicals, such as salt from a
malfunctioning softener, can damage the ice maker mold
and lead to poor ice quality. If a softened water supply can­not be avoided, it is important that the water softener be
well maintained and operating properly.

Reverse osmosis systems can be used, provided there is a
consistent water pressure of 20 psi (1.4 bar) to 100 psi (6.9
bar) supplied to the water valve at all times.

Route the water line through the floor within 1/2" (13 mm)
from the wall and no higher than 3" (76 mm) from the
floor. If the water supply is brought in from behind the unit,
route the water line through the wall no more than 3" (76
mm) from the floor. In either case, allow at least 3' (1 m) of
excess copper tubing outside the wall or floor for easy con­nection to the refrigerator.

PREPARING PLUMBING
CONNECTIONS

Step 4: For units with automatic ice makers, first rough in

the water supply line. Connect a 1/4" copper line to the
house supply. Use an easily accessible shut-off valve
between the supply and the refrigerator. This is usually
about 6" (152 mm) from the compression fitting. The ice
maker operates on water pressure of 20 psi (1.4 bar) to 100
psi (6.9 bar). But don’t use a self-piercing valve. See your
Sub-Zero dealer for a saddle valve kit, ask for part number

4200880.

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.

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ICEMAKER OPERATION:

After the water has been hooked up to the icemaker, lower
stop arm of icemaker.

NOTE: You will need to allow some time for product to cool
down sufficiently enough to produce ice. When the arm is
down, it signals the icemaker that the ice supply is low and the
icemaker automatically starts and replenishes the ice bucket.
It will shut off automatically when the bucket is filled.The first
time the icemaker operates,allow a few days for the bucket to
fill. You might notice the first few crescents of ice are discol­ored.This is probably due to the new plumbing connection,
and you should discard the first 3 dumps of ice. Ice, if kept
over a period of time will stick together and crescents will
shrink. To avoid this, empty the ice bucket at least once a
month. (See Illustration 1.)

UNPACKING THE SUB-ZERO

Step 5: Unpack the unit, remove the unit shipping carton.

Remove the wood base by extracting all 4 levelers and then
discard the wood base. Reinstall all 4 levelers back into the
unit base assembly. Remove all packing materials and tape
as well. Do not discard the kickplate. Next, prelevel the unit
by adjusting the leveler legs prior to pushing unit back into
the installation.

Keep door(s) and drawer(s) taped closed while moving
unit.

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COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION

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Protect any finished flooring before moving the unit in
place. If for any reason the unit has been laid on its
back or side, for over a hour, you must allow the unit
to stand upright for a minimum of 24 hours before con­necting power.

Step 8: To complete the installation, first shut off power

to the wall outlet. Plug into a 15 amp grounded outlet

and roll the unit into position. Now you have to connect the
ice maker water line (if applicable). Remove the 1/4" com­pression fitting from its plastic bag and join the water sup­ply line to the solenoid valve.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure to purge the water
line prior to hooking up the water valve.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Turn on the water supply and

check all fittings for leaks. Make certain the electrical
harness is attached to the solenoid.

In areas with water of high mineral content, the use of an
in-line water filter is recommended. Make sure the filter is
positioned and accessible for replacement when necessary.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Let your customer know that the
ice maker will not fill with water immediately, and
that the first three batches of ice produced should be
discarded. Allow 24 hours to get proper ice production.

Step 9: Now, level the unit. Adjust both the front and rear

levelers by turning the levelers clockwise - to raise the unit,
counterclockwise - to lower the unit. When the unit is lev­eled properly,or squared off, door adjustments are less like­ly to be necessary. (See Figure 3.)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Be sure to reference leveling of the
unit to the floor and not to surrounding cabinetry.This could
effect the operation of the unit, such as door(s) not closing
properly.

Step 10: After the unit has been leveled, install the kick-

plate as shown in illustration 2.

Do not block the kickplate louvers with carpeting, base­board or other materials.This will cause poor operation
or product failure.

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INSTALLING PANELS

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Before you begin installing panels, refer to the Panel
Specifications Dimensions on page 5, and be sure you are
working with the Sub-Zero panel design called for in your
installation plans. No panels or handle hardware are nec­essary to install.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR RAISED
PANELS

You may have to rout, recess some door panel designs to
allow for finger clearance. This is particularly true if your
unit has raised panels greater than 1/4"(6) total thickness.

Check the location of offset when you’re using specific rout­ing for the grip area only. Refer to the 200 Series section of
the Sub-Zero Design Guide for additional information.

All Sub-Zero undercounter units are manufactured in a
manner to achieve a total built-in appearance.This allows
you to choose the decorative material and color application
for the front of your refrigerator/freezer. To install front
panel on all Sub-Zero undercounter models:

1)Remove door handle. Handle is located on the top on the
245 model, and on the side on other models. Handle is held
on with phillips head screws. (See illustrations 3 and 4.)

2) Slide 1/4 (6) thick panel into frame on door. Door must be
opened 90° on 245 models.If a thinner panel is used, install
chipboard filler panels behind the trim panel for proper fit.
IMPORTANT: Routing may be required on some raised
panels for finger clearance under handle.

3) With panel in position, replace handle. Replace and tight­en all screws. Do not overtighten and “strip”screws. Refer
to pages 4 & 5 for installation dimensions. NOTE: 20# per
door panel maximum weight limit.

NOTE: Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.

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ADJUSTING THE HINGES

It is possible that doors may come out of adjustment If
doors need adjustment, please refer to the follwoing door
adjustment directions.

Model 249 Series: Top and bottom hinges can be adjust­ed left to right and in & out, by loosening the two Phillips
head screws. Model 245: Hinges are factory set; no field
adjustment provided for. (See Illustration 5). Model 249
Series: Can be ordered either as a right-hand or left-hand
product. Contact Sub-Zero dealer if swing change kit is
required.

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DOOR SWING CHANGE

Model 245: Upper; interchange hinge, screws and corner
cap with hole plugs and corner cap on opposite side of cab­inet and door. Lower; interchange hinge and screws with
hole plugs on opposite side of cabinet. Move closer cam,
screw and cam support plate to opposite side of door.
(See Illustrations 6 & 7.)

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CHECKING THE RESULTS

That's it. You've completed the installation of a Sub-Zero
200 Series refrigerator/freezer. But you're not finished yet.
Go over our checklist of installation steps.

• Has the packing material and tape been removed?

• Turn the unit on first, is the unit operating properly? If
not, is it plugged in? Is the control turned on?

• Is the water supply line (if applicable) connected to the
compression fitting and not leaking?

• Is the unit leveled properly on a solid floor?

• Has the door panel been installed properly?

• Is the kickplate installed?

• Are the kickplate screws back in position?

• Have the door hinge screws been tightened correctly?

• Are the doors adjusted for proper operation, sealing and
alignment?

• Does your customer understand the unit's operation?

• Is the ice maker arm in on position (if applicable)?

• Have you given your customer the warranty package?

SERVICE FOR YOUR SUB-ZERO
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

If you need service, check the model and serial number on
the plate at the top frame of the unit inside the door.

Contact a Sub-Zero Factory Authorized Service Center, a
dealer, or Sub-Zero Freezer Company, Customer Service
Dept., P. O. Box 44988, Madison, WI 53744-4988, call 800­222-7820, or e-mail us at [e-mail].

THINK SAFETY!

If you are storing or disposing of your old refrigerator,
please do it safely.

Child entrapment accidents can be tragic.

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